Virginia vacation

One of the most visited places in the Arlington National Cemetery is the Tomb of the Unknowns. The changing of the guard is a moment that is awaited by the big number of tourists visiting the cemetery, created after the Civil War of

These falls are located on the northwest coast of the island, 38 km from the capital (Kingstown). To get there, turn right on the road from Chateaubelair to Richmond and follow a small unpaved stretch to the river. There you have to

Mount Vernon is a true place of rest. It is near Alexandria, Virginia, and was the home of the first President of the United States, George Washington. It was also at Mount Vernon where George Washington was buried along with his

The ANFITEATRO MEMORIAL, is milestone to meet the vast surface of ARLINGTON CEMETERY, where Americans pay respects to HEROES and PERSONALITIES. The ANFITEATRO MEMORIAL opened in the year 1920 and since then there are 3 MAJOR MEMORIAL

Took a mini vacay for my birthday this year. I got to experience these beautiful, ancient caves. It was truly amazing to see these natural creations that have been around for millions of years. Then we went over to Shenandoah Valley

The Pentagon Memorial was built in memory of the 184 victims killed in the September 11 attack on the Pentagon. Each victim, both those on the plane and those in the Pentagon, is commemorated by an individual bench with their name

Maymont is an enormous estate in Richmond that is now a park. It also has a children's zoo with pigs, chickens and goats. They have a bobcat, black bears and several birds that are native to Virginia, including bald eagles. It was

For a small city and relatively unknown set of botanical gardens, Lewis Ginter is a surprisingly great way to spend a day. It changes with each of the seasons, giving you a reason to return more than once and ensuring that you'll have

It might sound creepy to include a cemetery in your travel plans, but I assure you, the Hollywood Cemetery is actually quite nice. It's located riverside in Richmond and has great views of the James River.
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A Civil War Buff, I am not, but Richmond was the capital of the south and thus there is a lot of Richmond history that stems from this time period. To better understand the city's heritage, and for a surprisingly unbiased view of the

I do not know if it's interesting to someone who is not a journalist. On the terrace there are amazing views of Washington. The part of the 11 / S is moving, how could it be otherwise, and the hotspot of games was fun. The store, as

While most of Richmond's museums and attractions are focused on local history, the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is an incredible exception. Recently undergoing a multi-million dollar expansion, the VMFA has collections ranging from

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My friend took me here for lunch because the food is vegan/vegetarian and it's affordable. Everything looked and sounded incredible.
I had the tempeh, artichoke & mozz (minus the mozzarella), which is a pan-seared marinated tempeh

Richmond, Virginia has a booming food scene and it can be difficult to decide where to eat among all the choices. However, Stella's is a great bet that almost everyone will love. Described as "Rustic and Modern Greek Cuisine", their

While staying at the Jefferson Hotel in Richmond is one way to enjoy the city's turn-of-the-century history, you can have much of the same experience by simply heading to LeMaire restaurant (inside) in the evening. Stop to take a

There's no such thing as a bad doughnut, but there are varying degrees of greatness and Country Style Doughnuts are the best in Richmond. Unlike the trendier shops downtown, Country Style doesn't try to come up with weird or unique

I only recently discovered The Naked Onion, yet I’ve eaten more than half their menu already. The star of their menu is the bahn mi sandwich, provided with pork belly, pork tenderloin, or in a vegetarian version. The other sandwiches

If you head here for dinner, you can expect to wait for a table quite awhile and hurried service. The food's really good, so it can be justifiable, but in my opinion you can get the same great pork at breakfast (omelet) or lunch

Yes, it's in the suburbs. Yes, it's in a strip mall. Yes, it's next to Wal-Mart. Don't let that scare you off!
Peter Chang's is worth a special trip, especially if you like spicy food. Unlike most Chinese restaurants, Peter Chang's

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Springfield, despite being the capital of the state of Illinois, is not a very big city and all you see from a distance is the Hilton Hotel skyscrapers. The building is round building and the rooms are accessed by a single central

The HAMPTON INN FT CHISWELL in Max Meadows, Virginia, United States is in beautiful Southwest Virginia. It has an outdoor swimming pool and all the hotel staff will make you feel at home. Excellent service. It also has a place for

The Westin Virginia Beach Town Center has a total of 236 rooms available, including luxurious suites. All the rooms and suites feature free high-speed Internet and LCD flat screen televisions. It offers a heated indoor pool, whirlpool

Located conveniently in the centre of one of the most exclusive areas and near the business districts, the Ritz Carlton Tysons Corner Hotel offers stylish accommodation and incredible service. Guests can enjoy the delights of creative

This hotel was built in 1999 and is located in the heart of the city, surrounded by numerous tourist attractions. There is a shopping centre and a restaurant area nearby. The rooms are all well equipped, very comfortable and warmly

The Wytestone Suites hotel is in Fredericksburg in Iowa, USA. It was built in 2005 and remodelled in 2006 currently offers a 100 percent complete service. Furthermore, it is a hotel for nonsmokers. It has a warm stone fireplace,

Located in the Roanoke Valley, La Quinta hotel is surrounded by the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains close to the fine dining and entertainment district with an exceptional golf courses. Roanoke College and Golf Course are both within

The Hilton Garden Inn is in the city of Newport News, close to Langley Air Force Base. There's a heated indoor pool and a full gym. All rooms are fully equipped to ensure a comfortable stay. Major shopping and recreation nearby.

The hotel offers a variety of services including continental breakfasts, HBO, electrical outlets, Internet access, fax service, suites and extra beds for a fee. Guests are close to a flea market, restaurants and shops, among other

The Super 8 Motel located in the city of Franklin has an excellent location, with excellent access to major highways and close proximity to the Agriculture and Forestry Museum, as well as the Museum of Art-Rowles.
Among its

It is one mile from Springfield, the Blue Line subway station, and only blocks away from the Springfield Mall. It is just 12 miles from Washington, DC, minutes from the museums and monuments that make the city a nice place to visit.

The Econo Lodge Ruther Glen is located in Ruther Glen, Virginia, which is less than four miles away from Lake Jarnette, and less than seven miles from Ladysmith Medical Center and other important places.
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